Habib Rahman (Chair)
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The Development Economics Workshop
The Development Economics Workshop brings together academics, researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and students to engage with contemporary issues in economic development. The workshop provides a platform for presenting new research, exchanging ideas, and fostering discussion on the economic, social, institutional, and policy challenges shaping development across the world.
Through keynote sessions, research presentations, panel discussions, and informal networking, the workshop encourages collaboration across disciplines and institutions. It aims to connect rigorous academic research with real-world development challenges, generate new perspectives, strengthen research networks, and contribute to more informed and effective approaches to development policy and practice.
Durham Policy Dialogue Series
The Durham Policy Dialogue Series brings together scholars, policymakers, practitioners, and community leaders to discuss pressing social, economic, and governance challenges. The series creates a space for evidence-based debate, practical insight, and collaborative thinking, connecting academic research with real-world policy needs. Through open dialogue, it aims to generate fresh perspectives, strengthen partnerships, and support more informed and inclusive decision-making.
Professor Oded Galor on the New Age of AI and Economic Change
Professor Oded Galor joins the Durham Policy Dialogue Series to discuss humanity’s long journey from stagnation to prosperity, the roots of global inequality, and how artificial intelligence may shape the next great economic transition. Across the episodes, he reflects on economic history, work, skills, fertility, and the future of society.
From Risk to Resilience: Kamal Kishore on Local Action
Mr. Kamal Kishore joins the Durham Policy Dialogue Series to discuss disaster risk reduction, climate resilience, crisis governance, and the role of local action in building safer societies. Across the episodes, he reflects on prevention, investment, universities, AI, and how communities and institutions can respond to a world facing multiple crises.
The Future of Universities in an AI World
Dr. Steve Brown and Prof. Michael Naef join the Durham Policy Dialogue Series to discuss artificial intelligence, jobs, skills, and the changing role of universities. Across the episodes, they explore industrial policy, executive education, classroom learning, inequality, and how universities can adapt to remain trusted and relevant in the AI age.
Convener
Professor Habib Rahman (Chair, Durham University)
Co-convener
Associate Professor Eren Arbatli (Co-chair, Durham University)
Programme Committee
Eren Arbatli (Co-chair)
Anurag Banerjee
Parantap Basu
Aleksei Chernulich
Diego Marino Fages
Demid Getik
John Moffat
Michael Naef
Michael Nower
Bibhas Saha
Andis Sofianos